Jim Grijalva, Vice Chairman, recieved a letter from the IRS yesterday that begins 

We are pleased to inform you that upon review of your application for tax exempt status we have determined that you are exempt from Federal income tax under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.....

Woo hoo!  It was an interesting experience in patience and the specificity of language, but we made it.  Now we can get serious - so stay tuned!